The Chief Justice of India and other Judges of the Supreme Court are entitled to a nominal monthly salary. They are also entitled to rent-free residential accommodation, other allowances and amenities. In order to become a Judge of the Supreme Court, a person must possess the following qualifications: He/She must be a citizen of India. He/She should have worked as a Judge in any of the High Court continuously for not less than five years. He/She should have or have been an advocate of a High Court for at least 10 years. He/She must be a distinguished Jurist.